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WHY: An estimated five to 20 percent of the population is burdened with congestion, coughing spells, body aches, fatigue and fever each flu season. As the beginning of flu season approaches, experts recommend a simple flu shot to help prevent the potential dangers, discomfort and stress associated with the flu, and encourage vaccination. Flu season usually runs from October through May, often peaking during January or February. Overland Park Regional Medical Center (OPRMC) provides free flu shots as a community service each fall.

“The flu is a highly contagious virus that usually enters the body through the mouth, nose or eyes,” says Cheryl Hurst, OPRMC director of pharmacy services. “If someone who is infected coughs or sneezes, the virus can become airborne and spread quickly to those in close proximity to them.”

Hurst notes that a flu shot is the best way to avoid getting the flu. According to The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it takes two weeks for the body to build antibodies against the flu, which is why it’s important to get vaccinated early in the season. The most common side effect of a flu shot is stiffness around the injection area.

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In just the last 20 years non-melanoma skin cancers have gone up an astonishing 300 percent. Dermatologists say the numbers have gone up for several reasons. More people are getting checkups to detect skin cancer, many are not using sunscreen or not reapplying it the way you should, using tanning beds, and being uncovered outside for extended periods of time. Now, microscopic surgery offers skin cancer patients a less invasive treatment option. It's a relatively simple procedure and physicians can deliver results in about 30 minutes via KCTV5 News.Posted on Fri, July 31 2015

Congrats to Trevor for going home after 345 days in the neonatal intensive care unit! Did you know that Overland Park Regional Medical Center is home to Johnson County's most advanced NICU and we specialize in caring for micropreemies born as early as 23 weeks just like Trevor. Beyond advanced clinical care, our private, secure 70-bed NICU provides a nurturing, comforting environment for babies and their families.Posted on Fri, July 31 2015